As Covid-19 situation set to persist, the syllabus for the class X and XII exams of 2021 likely to be reduced by the CBSE and CISCE. The Class X and XII Board exams dates may also be shifted by 45-60 days to make up for the academic losses due to the pandemic. CBSE and CISCE, along with various state education Boards like Telangana and Gujarat, have already reduced the academic load for the 2021 Class X and XII exams by up to 30%. However, with the schools remaining closed and classes held only via online/distance mode, officials of both the Boards say there could be a need to further reduce the syllabus. A senior CBSE official said no decision has been taken by the Board yet, but added, 'Post 30% reduction in July, there has been no normal classes and if the situation continues like this, there is a likelihood of further reduction of the syllabus for the Board exams. The Board will take a call soon whether the exams are to be conducted based on 70% or 50% of the syllabus.'